The area's best kept secret is squirreled away in Old Mystic. Locals know this tiny breakfast and lunch spot is top notch. The menu is sizable--there's even a board of scrumptious daily specials. Service is kind and prices are fair. You help yourself to coffee or tea upon arrival and seat yourself. Cash only (there's an ATM onsite.) Takeout by phone or in person. No reservations. Lots of parking. read more

Love the retro old school vinyl tables and heavy chairs...like being at my grandmas house. My favorite was the bird table! I love a restaurant with unique decor. Plus the puppy picture name wall was adorable and they name meals after them! Our server was nice and the menu had interesting choices, but sadly they sounded better than what they were. - the scramble was not that great...overdone eggs and I'm not a fan of slapping a square piece of cheese on eggs. I think shredded cheddar would have been a better choice and the crumbly-sausage was an odd choice for breakfast sausage - I was excited they had hash browns but they were premade with garlic powder and came out mushy. They left a lingering weird garlic flavor - turkey sandwich had real turkey breast which was great but it was too hot and made the sandwich soggy - burrito was good but the homefries were burnt beyond repair Lots of parking on the side and front area read more

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BLUF: Acceptable food but nothing to seek out. I went here on a Sunday morning and felt it was kind of a restaurant that had taken over maybe a thrift store location in a plaza. It certainly does not evoke a diner in the least, not sure why the summary would say that. The space is crowded, with flimsy tables and uncomfortable chairs. The service is fine, friendly but distracted. The food was also middling, especially on temperature. I got the house special, some pierogies topped with onions and peppers, toast, 2 over easy eggs, and potato hash. The over easy eggs were on the verge of medium, the potato hash could have used some of the onions and peppers, the pierogies had a cool interior, and the toast was fine. I heard the waitress tell a patron with burnt toast, however, that all the toast was fine except white toast frequently burned. This baffled me as an opportunity you'd think to address, not accept via lame excuses. Needless to say, I was unimpressed and don't see a need to return. read more

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We had gotten up late on the Saturday before Mother's Day and we were looking for a brunch place. It was recommended to us by the owner of Mystic Vacation Rentals, and we had a wonderful experience. The 1950s/60s kitchen aesthetic is fun and inviting, and the atmosphere is very friendly. My wife and I both thoroughly enjoyed our meals; the Santa Fe omelet, Garden scramble, and turkey sausage were all excellent. Additionally, our waitress was very kind and accommodating. Thank you for providing such a positive start to our weekend. read more

Very nice family cozy styled restaurant. Very relaxed atmosphere from not only the staff but the patrons. Makes for a nice experience for breakfast. Go inside and seat yourself, menu has a lot of items. We picked the Sampler as we not only love to get eggs but French toast and pancakes. Service was very quick. They use a coffee station so it allows you to choose your style of coffee. Staff was very aware and intuitive to the customers as they were all over helping everyone. Finally, their portion control was great. Enough to fill you up and not enough to over stuff you, kudos to the chef. read more

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This place is a longstanding local favorite. We have always loved the self service coffee set-up. Just be forewarned...the portions are large and easily sharable in our opinion. With that said, we also feel their pricing is somewhat steep for breakfast food. read more

The service was friendly and quick. The restaurant is adorable on the inside. Totally retro decor with all-you-can-drink coffee. The menu is simple and enticing to order from. I love this place. I will definitely come back. read more

Somewhere in Time Cafe - Steak and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mystic, Connecticut

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We have been there several times, and every visit has been wonderful. The staff is welcoming, and the food is delicious!

We really enjoyed our meal at Somewhere in Time. Aside from having to enter from an obscure side entrance, everything went smoothly. The staff was friendly and we sat out on the patio. My hungry boy had the egg, bacon, and cheese sandwich (best ever!) and the Texas French Toast (three large pieces), my wife had the turkey club (best ever again!), and I ordered their staple banana bread French toast. I actually enjoyed my son's French toast a little more as my banana bread was a little dry and needed tons of syrup! Prices were very reasonable ($8 for Texas French Toast, $12 for Banana Bread French toast, $12 Turkey Club). read more

My partner and I stayed in the area this past weekend for a little getaway. Both of us lovers of a good breakfast place, we narrowed down our options to two restaurants, Somewhere in Time Cafe and another that shall not be named since we didn't dine at the establishment. We were both so happy with our decision to say the least! When we arrived, the place was PACKED, but we were sat in five minutes. The servers are friendly and fast, the food was out quickly, and it was DELICIOUS! I got the Mavis Medley and my partner ordered the Drew. I took one bite, looked at my partner and said, "this is going to be one of the best breakfasts I've ever had." Cheesy, flavorful, eggs cooked perfectly...oh, the toast! The bread is made at the restaurant. I could have eaten a loaf of the rye. My partner said the sourdough was absolutely delicious. My partner got the garlic hash browns with her omelette. Garlic lovers they are a must! Again, the staff was very attentive and friendly. The owner came over to our table for a quick chat. She was hustling just as hard as her staff! As we were leaving my eyes locked in on a cinnamon scone. We grabbed one for the road to share later for a snack. Again, delicious! The portions were huge. We had so many leftovers and didn't want them to go to waste so we ended up buying a way too expensive cooler in the seaport. I can't say enough about this place. Highly recommend you make a stop here while in the area! Unfortunately, we were so hungry we forgot to take pictures! read more

Come here for breakfast with my family anytime we're in the area. It's a great spot for breakfast with unique specials daily! Loved the sausage and gravy (although I do wish it was on a biscuit and not bread). The Carrot Cake Waffle specialty they had was outstanding. If they have a special that interests you try it! The service is really friendly although they do tend to be super packed on weekends. The ambiance of this restaurant is what really makes it stand out I love the cozy feel and decorations on the wall. read more

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Small but nice atmosphere. All the food was great with the grits taking the cake. We had a mix of breakfast and lunch, with everything coming out hot at the same time. Multiple waitresses/servers checked on us at good intervals. read more

Somewhere in Time Cafe - Grits with bacon and chedder - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mystic, Connecticut

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We moved away and have been gone for 7 years. Coming back I knew that somewhere in time was at the top of my list for places to go back to. It's still just as wonderful. The specials change weekly, and I keep an eye on their Facebook page for when they are posted(typically later Friday), and plan if I'm going to go the next week based on what I see. I have noticed their waffle specials sell out and are off the board by the time I come in, even if it's a Tuesday, and that's a bummer, but I'm normally wanting their French toast anyway! In the two months we've been back, we have gone twice. First I got chai maple pumpkin bread French toast, and today I got the grinch special French toast which was double chocolate banana bread, with cream cheese and chocolate drizzle and banana slices. Both were amazing! I always get a meat side, like bacon or corn beef hash to break up the sweet with something salty. The service is always amazing. Personable and kind. Food always comes out quickly. Inside is seat yourself, which can get a little wonky when it's full, but we typically find a spot pretty quick! They are also no longer cash only! They now take cards! read more

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Food was amazing! Love the self service coffee bar. They make their own freshly brewed coffee, which was soo good. It's a cozy diner vibe, felt like we were at home read more

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Hear ye hear ye-please report to Somewhere in Time Cafe for a delicious breakfast with friendly service and allergy friendly options. Do not bypass this option, I can't believe I was not aware of this adorable place before today. We had a change in plans and decided to go in another direction for the day and we're starving. I quickly googled gluten-free breakfast and found this shining light in a food desert area. She quickly outlined the gluten-free options and told us that she would avoid cross-contamination. Upon arriving there is plenty of parking. There's also a lot of seating. We received the extensive menu quickly. There are so many options! My Kid opted for the gluten-free toast which was cooked to perfection with just the right amount of powdered sugar on it. It was accompanied by a nice size of crispy bacon. It was approved and the plate was cleaned! I ordered the veggie scramble with sourdough toast. It was delicious! It had a ton of different vegetables in there but it was a good balance of vegetables and eggs. Sometimes when restaurants make vegetables scrambles it gets too watery but somehow the cook avoided that. The toast was grilled which was interesting But it was fantastic. I honestly can't think of anything negative to say about our experience. I really hope our next visit there is just as fabulous as this one was. I'd like to commend the staff for offering gluten-free options that are actually cooked separately, a lot of restaurants don't realize that if you cook gluten-free pancakes or French toast with the regular options then that makes it not gluten-free. Really appreciate the knowledge and attention! read more

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The service was as quick as they could be. The food was subpar by far! We won't be going back!

I've been going to this spot for years and have tried loads of different items on the menu. They have a wonderful special board, which constantly changes and always has great items there. They also have really good coffee, which is important to me at a breakfast spot. My favorite breakfast item is the drew omelet. It comes with avocado, Monterey Jack cheese, tomato, bacon and comes with a side of toast. I love getting a pancake with it, love a good sweet and savoy combo. It really is a good neighborhood spot. Also of note, the waitstaff are absolutely incredible and welcome each new face with a smile. read more

Small place with great food. I read about the breakfast club and came just to try it and was definitely not disappointed. Ham, egg, bacon, lettuce, tomato, was perfect combination. All the breakfast food I wanted in a club sandwich. And what a large portion. I could only eat half and took other half for the road. I also filled up on lots of self service coffee. I was very impressed and they did indeed ask me if I was ok and did I love the sandwich and was there any way they could help me!! Somewhere in Time is right on Time! My next Connecticut visit will see me there again. read more

Somewhere in Time Cafe - Breakfast club sandwich with extra bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mystic, Connecticut

I've visited Somewhere in Time for breakfast twice. I ordered the Sampler for the first time during my first visit, which was decent but not exceptional. The pancakes, sausage, and bacon were excellent, while the French toast, eggs, and home fries were somewhat bland. On my second visit, I tried the breakfast burrito and home fries, which also lacked flavor. I opted to have the breakfast burrito with the salsa on the side to taste it first, which was a wise choice. Unfortunately, the salsa was only mediocre. I returned to Somewhere in Time for breakfast again to confirm, and sadly, it didn't meet my expectations; however, they serve amazing pancakes. If I'm craving delicious pancakes, I would return for them. Overall, the service was pleasant, and I enjoyed the old-fashioned motif, but their food needs improvement. read more

Delicious food. We stopped and picked up the quesadilla and the Jackie C. Would definitely stop in again if we are in the area.

Good food and service, crowded breakfast. We liked When Pigs Fly better, but still a good place for breakfast

Not only is service outstanding but the breakfast served is just wonderful. Feels as if you are at home

Really great pancakes! It was worth the wait. $6 for a strawberry lemonade took me by surprise. We woukd definitely go back and i would try one of the specials - I think those are what makes this restaurant special. read more

OMG! If I would stop here with the review it would say everything! I am back in the area almost 2 years from my last visit. I now live in Texas and my closest friends live in Montville. Talk about different worlds and different cultures, but that is another story. Everytime I visit I want do a different restaurant with no repeats. Well today we went to Somewhere in Time in Mystic. This is definitely a 5 star review. I ordered the Sante Fe omelet. It was SUPER stuffed with cheddar, jalapenos, avocado, and black beans. It was the very best omelet I had in a very long time. I had the poppy seed bread which was a bit dense and dry to my taste. The coffee was self served and fresh. I had the "Your Jamaica Me Crazy". (I think that's how it was spelled.) My friend had the Country Scramble which he loved. It was huge. He is a super picky eater so that was an awesome review. My friend's wife had the pancake and she really liked it. Our server was awesome, young and has a great future. Her name was Alexis. If in the area you MUST come and visit!! read more

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Great food. Great atmosphere. Just like their 2nd location "when pigs fly" in waterford. read more

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We have been here before and wasn't fond of their food but decided to give them another try. Had the Steak and Eggs and basically just ate the eggs as the marinade was over powering with a vinegar based sauce as well as soggy toast. Will not be back. read more

Unique small space serving good food. Menu is not too big to handle. Breakfasts cooked the way they should be and the servers actually pay attention to you. Ate here twice and would come back. Waste of money risk factor 1/10. Great spot. read more

Unique little spot. Serve your own coffee. Banana bread French toast was fantastic and the omelet was massive!

This was our second breakfast spot in CT. I don't know if it's because we're accustomed to good/great breakfast in NYC from corner stores & expect sit down spots to do a good job but this place was just disappointing. The waiting area inside smelled like a boys locker room in the summer time with no ventilation. Possibly because it was a hallway attached to a dance studio. This made us almost not go for breakfast but we drove 25 mins & we could sit outside & wait. They need to work on that. Place had a unique self serve coffee / tea area. Guess this helped the staff have more time to help patrons. Not a bad idea in theory. Area was a bit messy - some patrons left their stirring spoons & made a mess when pouring milk. Drinks: Me & my friend ordered the fresh squeezed lemonade. The cup was stacked with ice & barely any juice. We figured out why. We asked for another cup & was told we got the last two cups.They basically only had enough for one cup & made it work for two by stacking the cup with ice. Coffee was ok. Chai Tea was basically some sort of hot chocolate with hint of chai. Was weird when the waitress asked my SO if she wanted Whipped Cream on her Chai?! Food: Best thing was my custom order of Bacon Egg & Cheese. It was tasty but I'd hope they wouldn't mess that up. I also had the Thanksgiving Sandwich. This sounded amazing but was no where near that. It was slathered in Mayo. The cranberry sauce was a circular cut out from the can. The "stuffing" was this weird mushy flavorless thing. The Turkey was ok. Lacked flavor. Their home fries was just bad. It had no flavor & was like a baked potato that got left outside. It wasn't even warm when it came to the table & 3 of my friends had it. That was so disappointing. The omelet with Avocado was sad. It was weird my friend could literally open the omelet like a book. The avocado was not ripe so it was hard. Overall subpar food. Staff: They were nice enough. Nothing spectacular or nothing inherently bad. Just normal service. Parking: there's plenty parking here. Price: Average Breakfast Spot Prices. read more

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A little off the beaten path cozy/lunch restaurant. Went in today with the wife and my parents. Got two Reuben sandwiches, a Keith Allen chicken sandwich and a BLT. They were very sweet to my son and gave him crayons and a coloring paper very fast The food was excellent and the staff was very kind. Loved the Reuben! Tasted phenomenal. Really nice staff, great prices and great food! Highly recommend for a quaint breakfast or lunch. Update: went back the next day for breakfast, the French toast, pancakes etc. Were all phenomenal. Great little hidden gem of a restaurant! Try the banana bread french toast! Great coffees as well! read more

Delicious and fast. Super nice staff. Highly recommended. Sandwiches were huge and came with chips.

The food is delicious and the service is excellent. It's a great place for breakfast or lunch. Pancakes are fluffy and yummy. I highly recommend Somewhere in time for a really good breakfast or lunch. read more

Why am I not leaving a 5? I don't like the "cash only" thing. I never have cash on me and using the ATM means my meal cost me $3 more. Self-service coffee was odd but also convenient. The sourdough toast was really good and I loved the sausage. Waitress was friendly. I went mid morning on a Wednesday so it wasn't busy. read more

Somewhere in Time Cafe - Hazelnut coffee was good - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mystic, Connecticut

Very cute cafe connected to a dance studio. I love that there is a parking lot right out front! I love how they have a lot of coffee and mugs out for you to drink while waiting. The food portions are HUGE. These pancakes were definitely bigger than my face. My boyfriend and I got pancakes to share along with our entrees and for once we actually could not finish our food!! The prices here are definitely worth it. The food was cooked and seasoned beautifully. I would love to come back again if I ever revisit this area. read more

Somewhere in Time Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mystic, Connecticut

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Looking for breakfast in a hurry then you found the right place. They have it all and decent cawfeeeeeeeee... I loved the old feel atmosphere of the place and the staff is really friendly with great service. I couldn't tell if my coffee was touched because of the constant refills ( A+) We ordered the eggs with sausage gravy and the omelet with hash inside. Both meals were really good and had no complaints during our visit. The pictures tell how good the food was :) read more

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This is the cutest little cafe! We came here as a group of ~12 and were seated quickly considering how big our group was and how big our party was. We were offered coffee from the self serve coffee bar while we waited and all of the servers were very kind. The menu is expansive, reasonably priced, and has all of the diner favorite. We ordered a number of different dishes, all of which hit the spot and satisfied our craving for a nice hearty breakfast. The specialty pancakes were tasty as well. The portions are on the generous side, so definitely a plus! Don't expect anything revolutionary, but Somewhere in Time is a great little diner/cafe and I would highly recommend it to anybody looking for an all American breakfast spot. read more

Decent coffee and it's self serve. Good corn beef hash. laidback atmosphere close to Foxwoods.

A fun , informal place to grab a really good meal. The cafe is the kind of place where you'll run into local friends pretty much every time you go. I love the food and the muffins are simply wonderful. read more

Love this spot for breakfast. They offer so many choices, it makes for a difficult decision. There were tons of decadent choices like stuffed French toast, but lots of lower calorie choices as well. It has a very charming family feel and the coffee bar is self serve. I love that! My only request would be to add smaller plates to the menu. A 3-egg omelet is just too much for me, but the choices, again, were so tempting. read more

I was so excited to bring my family to this place for a quick breakfast before enjoying the sites in Mystic but instead we all ended up sick from the food. The potato's tasted off and that was something we all ate so I'm sure that was the cause. Food was also on the bland side for our taste. Service was great, hostess was very nice and they were attentive for a busier morning. read more